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Asparagus Strata

By: Amy Grover

"The original recipe for this wonderful egg dish called for sausage, but fresh asparagus is tasty--and healthier, too! I serve this easy,elegant dish with a salad and mini pecan rolls.--Amy Grover, Salem, Massachusetts"

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Prep Time:
20 Min

Cook Time:
45 Min

Ready In:
1 Hr 5 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings

Ingredients

4 cups water
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1/2 inch pieces
2 cups milk
6 slices bread, crust removed, cubed
6 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon salt

Directions

In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add asparagus; boil, uncovered, for 3 minutes. Drain and immediately place asparagus in ice water. Drain and pat dry.
In a bowl, combine the asparagus, milk, bread cubes, eggs, cheese and salt. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Cover and refrigerate for 5 hours or overnight.
Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 45-55 minutes or until bubbly and asparagus is tender.